Counting in Multiples of Eight - Worksheet

For Year 3 students exploring the concept of number and place value, a worksheet focused on counting in multiples of eight offers a practical and engaging way to strengthen their numerical skills. The activity requires students to identify and fill in the missing numbers within a sequence, all of which follow the pattern of counting in eights. This task is designed to help children become more familiar with multiplication and to recognise patterns in number sequences. For example, they are presented with sequences like 16, 24, __, 48, and are asked to determine the missing number that continues the pattern of adding eight.

The worksheet provides a variety of sequences with different starting points, some beginning from zero, others from within the eight times table, such as 40, 48, __, __. This variety challenges students to apply their knowledge of multiples of eight in various contexts. To support their learning, the worksheet also includes the correct answers, allowing students to check their work and understand where they might have made mistakes. For instance, in the sequence 0, 16, the missing numbers are 8 and 24, continuing the pattern. This resource is a practical tool for enhancing students' confidence in working with multiples and building a solid foundation in number sense.